Speech Pathologist

Part time, Casual/Temporary, Full time, Contract, Permanent Wander out yonder and experience thebest of regional WA by working as a Speech Pathologist with the WACountry Health Service. We are an organisation committed toproviding innovative, high quality, consumer-centred healthcarelocally to support healthy, thriving regional communitiesthroughout Western Australia About this opportunity As a Speech Pathologist with the WA CountryHealth Service, you will plan, coordinate, and provide a SpeechPathology service to a designated caseload of inpatient, outpatientand/or community clients. You will be part of a multidisciplinaryteam and have the opportunity to develop broad clinical andprofessional skills. The Job Description Form (attached) providesa full statement of duties. Speech Pathologystudents in their finalsemester of study are encouraged to apply. The Applicant Information Pack (attached)provides additional information about the application process,regions and working at WACHS. Further information about thisposition This is an open-ended Recruitment Pool forPermanent Full Time/Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time/Part Time, andCasual appointments. This includes the possibility of extension(s)and/or permanency. The following must be noted: The panel will monitorthis recruitment pool for applications and will assess on aregular basis. Interviews may not beconducted as part of the process, but applicants may becontacted if additional information is required. Referees will becontacted as part of the assessment process. If you are successful tothe pool, you will be considered for all suitable vacanciesacross hospitals and health services in the 7 WACHS regions forthe duration of the pool without having to re-apply for eachindividual position. You will be able to indicate your regionalpreferences and availability for positions. Appointments may be made from this pooluntil31/07/2026 Employee Benefits Inaddition to the great salary, our employees enjoy an amazing rangeof benefits which may include (in line with operationalrequirements): 12% employer contributedsuperannuation into a fund of your choice Access to generous salarypackaging arrangements Professional developmentopportunities and study leave/assistance, including theTransition to Practice graduate program Flexible workingarrangements Generous leaveentitlements and flexible leave arrangements Other professional andlocation-based allowances How to apply Apply online via the ‘Apply forJob’ button at the bottom of this page. To be considered for this role the followingfour (4) job requirements listed below must be provided in supportof your job application: Evidence of an Australianspeech pathology qualification, or evidence of eligibility forfull membership with Speech Pathology Australia, or evidenceconfirming enrolment in the final semester ofuniversity. A comprehensive CV thatsummarises your experience and professionalqualifications. A statement of 2-3 pagesaddressing the essential selection criteria, with examples todemonstrate your skills and experience. The essential selectioncriteria are listed on the final page of the attached JobDescription Form. The names and contactdetails of two (2) recent professional referees. It ispreferable for one to be your current supervisor ormanager. Successful applicants will be requiredto: Provide evidence of anAustralian speech pathology qualification, or evidence ofeligibility for full membership with Speech PathologyAustralia, or evidence confirming enrolment in the finalsemester of university. Provide evidence of theirAustralian citizenship or permanent residency to be consideredfor a permanent position in the WA public sector Undertake criminalrecords screening and integrity checks; this may also includereferees commenting on your integrity and past demonstrationofethical behaviour Completion of asatisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA) andWorking With Children’s Check (WA WWC Check). For furtherinformation please refer to the WWC website at: About WACHS The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is thelargest country health system in Australia. The organisationcomprisesseven regions, with a strong network of publichospitals, health services and health centres locatedacrossrural and remote Western Australia. Workingwith us will expose you to a range of career options along withliving in vibrant country communities. There is a wealth ofinformation about living and working in country WA, which you canaccess from our website. WACHS is committed to living our values.A key focus is on Community where we apply: Compassion, Quality,Integrity, Equity and Curiosity. Commitment to Diversity WA Health is committed to eliminating allformsof discrimination in the provision of our service. Weembrace diversity and strongly encourage applications fromAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, peoplefromculturally diverse backgrounds and people withdisabilities. We are committed to fostering adiverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valuedand empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings uniqueperspectives and drives innovation to meet our community’sneeds. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences tojoin us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure toachieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the EqualOpportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people livingwith a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally andlinguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years ofage and under). Lodgement Lodgement is system generated. Anysubmissions on, or after 4pm will not beaccepted. LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BECONSIDERED. If you experience difficulties while applyingonline, please contact Employee Services on for immediateassistance during business hours Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr